1. Secure support from your campus administrator

Successful SkillsUSA chapters work with administrators from the onset. Receiving permission and support from administration to start a SkillsUSA chapter is essential. To guide you along the formation of your chapter:

The Talking Points for Administrator Meeting flier provides a step-by-step discussion guide for this important meeting. This is your guide to introducing the flier to your administrator and highlighting the benefits of a SkillsUSA chapter.

Using a laptop or portable device, consider showing your administrator the personal message prepared by executive director Tim Lawrence. This short, three-minute video packs a punch by connecting the integral nature of SkillsUSA to the educational system and future career readiness. The message will resonate with administrators.

Set up a meeting with your administrator. A minimum of 30 minutes should be scheduled to allow enough time to review the materials and answer questions.

Once you receive permission from your school administration, you are ready to move on to the next step.